2009 Audi R8 vs. 2012 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi R8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-Z. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 367 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda CR-Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-Z. (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2012 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | R8 | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1213 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2436 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
